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Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil

What Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil is & what it does

Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil is rapeseed (canola) oil that has been processed with hydrogen to make it more saturated, solid, and stable against oxidation. In skincare and sunscreen formulas it serves as an emollient and texture enhancer, giving products a richer, more cushioned feel and improving their shelf stability. The hydrogenation also makes it more resistant to going rancid than the untreated oil.

What does Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil do in skincare?

Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil acts as an emollient and texture enhancer. It gives creams and lotions a richer, more cushioned feel and improves their stability. The hydrogenation makes it more solid and more resistant to going rancid than untreated rapeseed oil.

Is Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil comedogenic?

There is no strong consensus rating it as high risk, but as with most plant oils, response can vary by individual and by how much is used. It is generally used as a texture-improving emollient rather than at very high levels. If you are prone to clogged pores, patch testing a product is reasonable.

Is Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil natural or synthetic?

It is plant-derived but processed. The base is rapeseed (canola) oil, which is then treated with hydrogen to make it more saturated and stable. Because the source is a plant, it is typically suitable for vegan formulations.

Sunscreens with Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil

We rate 48 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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